Manchester United received a significant boost as Mason Mount returned to training on Tuesday morning, signaling a positive turn for the club as they approach the final stretch of the 2023/24 season.
Despite the gloomy weather in Greater Manchester, Mount’s presence on the training pitch at Carrington illuminated the day for both him and his teammates.
Since his high-profile £60m transfer from Chelsea in the summer, Mount has been limited to just 12 appearances across all competitions due to various injury setbacks.
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His last game for United was in November, coinciding with a calf injury suffered before the Everton match. Initially expected to be out for around four weeks, Mount’s return to training comes after a lengthy four-month absence, during which he missed a total of 21 games.
Although he had already endured a shorter injury layoff in August, missing five matches, the extended absence has hindered his ability to settle and showcase his talents at his new club. Despite this, Mount is yet to score or assist in the Premier League for United, with his sole goal involvement being an assist in the Carabao Cup victory over Crystal Palace in September.
As Mount gradually rebuilds his match fitness, it remains uncertain when he will make his return to competitive action for United. While the FA Cup clash against Liverpool looms on the horizon, the Premier League fixture against Brentford after the international break may present a more realistic target for his comeback.